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On the English automotive show ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' it is thought of highly, notably on the show's "[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)#The Cool Wall|Cool Wall]]" segment, where the presenters considered it to be "too cool" for the wall and it received its own category, dubbed the "DB9 Super Cool Fridge" which was in fact a mini-refrigerator with the car's card within it.
On the English automotive show ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' it is thought of highly, notably on the show's "[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)#The Cool Wall|Cool Wall]]" segment, where the presenters considered it to be "too cool" for the wall and it received its own category, dubbed the "DB9 Super Cool Fridge" which was in fact a mini-refrigerator with the car's card within it.


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==Overview==
The Aston Martin DB9 comes in two variants; the [[coupe|coupé]] and 'Volante' [[convertible]], each producing {{convert|470|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} from a [[Ford_Duratec_engine#Aston_Martin_V12|5.9L V12]] engine, originally taken from its sister car the [[Aston Martin V12 Vanquish|V12 Vanquish]]. In fact, this V12 engine is why Aston Martin did not call the car the DB8, which could suggest that it has only a [[V8 engine]].<ref>{{Cite web|url= http://www.forbesautos.com/reviews/2008/aston_martin/db9_coupe/review.html Forbes Autos |title= 2008 Aston Martin DB9 Reviews |accessdate=2008-07-05|work= Forbes Autos}}</ref> One report states that Aston Martin believed that this car was such a huge leap from the [[Jaguar XJ-S]] based DB7 that it named it DB9 instead of DB8, which they thought would indicate a gradual evolution.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Overview-d908-Aston-Martin-DB9.html |title= Aston Martin DB9 Overview |accessdate=2008-07-05|work= Car Gurus}}</ref> The [[Gaydon]] facility's production capacity for the DB9 could allow for approximately five thousand units per year, which is roughly the same production volume as other esteemed sports cars, in particular the [[Ferrari F430]] and [[Porsche 911 Turbo]]. The DB9, however, is more often compared against other competitors in its segment: the Ian Callum designed [[Jaguar XKR]], the [[Volkswagen Group|Volkswagen]]-produced [[Bentley Continental GT]], the ten-cylinder powered [[BMW M6]], and the [[Mercedes-AMG|AMG]] variants of the [[Mercedes-Benz SL]]. Traditionally being a maker of more exclusive automobiles, CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez assures Aston Martin loyalists that production numbers of the DB9 will be slightly higher than previous models; however, Aston Martin will still retain only a small statistical percentage of the high-end sports car market.<ref>{{Cite web|url= http://www.insideline.com/aston-martin/inside-line-qa-aston-martins-dr-ulrich-bez.html Edmunds |title= Inside Line Q&A: Aston Martin's Dr. Ulrich Bez |accessdate=2009-10-26|work= Edmunds: Inside Line}}</ref>

The DB9 is the first Aston Martin model to be designed and developed upon Ford's [[Ford VH platform|aluminum VH (vertical/horizontal) platform]]. The body structure is composed of aluminum and composites melded together by mechanically fixed self-piercing rivets and robotic assisted adhesive bonding techniques.<ref name="supercars.net">{{Cite web|url= http://www.supercars.net/cars/2424.html Supercars.net |title= 2004 Aston Martin DB9 |accessdate=2009-10-26|work= Supercars.net}}</ref> The innovative bonded aluminum structure possesses more than double the torsional rigidity of its [[Aston Martin DB7|predecessor's]], despite being 25 percent lighter.<ref name="supercars.net"/> Aston Martin's engineers designed the quad-cam, 48-valve engine for the [[Aston Martin V12 Vanquish|V12 Vanquish]] in collaboration with Ford's Research and Vehicle Technology team (RVT) and were able to reduce its weight by 11.8&nbsp;kg (26&nbsp;lb) for use in the DB9.<ref name="supercars.net"/>


==Specification==
==Specification==

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Aston Martin DB9
Overview
ManufacturerAston Martin Lagonda Limited
Production2003–present
AssemblyGaydon, England
DesignerIan Callum
Henrik Fisker
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer
Body style2+2 seat 2-door coupé
2-door convertible
LayoutFR layout
PlatformFord VH platform
RelatedAston Martin DBS
Aston Martin DBR9
Aston Martin DBRS9
Aston Martin Rapide
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Aston Martin V12 Vantage
Powertrain
Engine5.9 L V12
Transmission6-speed automatic and manual
Dimensions
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Chronology
PredecessorAston Martin DB7

The Aston Martin DB9 is a GT sports coupé launched by Aston Martin in 2004.

The DB9 is the first model to be built at Aston Martin's Gaydon facility in Warwickshire, England. The moniker "DB" stems from the initials of David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin for a significant part of its history. The DB9, which was designed by Ian Callum and finished by his successor, Henrik Fisker, superseded the now-discontinued Aston Martin DB7 (also by Callum) which started production in 1994.

On the English automotive show Top Gear it is thought of highly, notably on the show's "Cool Wall" segment, where the presenters considered it to be "too cool" for the wall and it received its own category, dubbed the "DB9 Super Cool Fridge" which was in fact a mini-refrigerator with the car's card within it.

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Specification

  • Base Price: $187,000 Coupe; $200,000 Volante convertible
  • Power: 476 PS (350 kW; 469 hp)514 bhp @ 6000 rpm[1]
  • Torque: 600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft) @ 5000 rpm[1]
  • Weight: 1,760 kg (3,880 lb)[1]
  • 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h): 4.6 seconds[1]
  • 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 4.7 seconds[1]
  • Top Speed: 299 km/h (186 mph)[1]

2008 Updates

2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante (North America)

For model year 2009, both the Coupé and Volante were updated. The engine was tweaked to produce 470 hp (350 kW; 480 PS) (up from 450), and the center console was adjusted to match more closely with the newer DBS model. Primary revisions include the updated 'Touchtronic 2' automatic paddle-shift transmission, firmer suspension, revised interior trim and seats, as well as the key and start-up procedure of the DBS, namely, the Emotional Control Unit. Additionally, a Bang & Olufsen audio system option replaces the previous Linn hi-fi audio system option from prior years. [2]

Variants

DB9 Volante

A DB9 Volante.

The Aston Martin DB9 Volante is the convertible version of the DB9 coupe. It is built by hand in limited numbers and has enhanced styling. It is powered by the same 5.9 litre, DOHC 48 valve V12 as the DB9 and is completed with 470 bhp (331 kW) and a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h).[citation needed] Because it is a convertible it will do 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds,[3] two-tenths of a second slower than the hard top coupe. The Volante is taller than the hardtop, standing at 51.2 inches (1,300 mm) compared to 50.1 inches (1,270 mm). The transmission options are either the Graziano-sourced six speed manual or the ZF-sourced six speed 'Touchtronic 2' automatic. The DB9 Volante is famously featured in the television show 'Desperate Housewives' and is driven by Eva Longoria's character. It is also featured in the hitshow Entourage, where it, in first, is driven by the whole 'gang' and later only by Eric.

DB9 LM

In order to commemorate Aston Martin's victory at the 2007 24 Hours of Le Mans, a special edition of the DB9 was released. Known as the DB9 LM, the car is limited to only 124 examples. All are coupes, and will only be available in a unique color known as Sarthe Silver, named in honor of the Circuit de la Sarthe, where Le Mans is run. The Sports Pack is included, while the brake calipers are painted red and a chromed mesh grill are added.[4]

Motorsport

The DBR9 which won its class at the 2007 and 2008 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Main articles: Aston Martin DBR9 and Aston Martin DBRS9

The DB9 has been adapted for use in sports car racing by Prodrive. Initially the DBR9 was launched prior to the 2005 season, running in the ACO and FIA's GT1 class. It retains the DB9's 5.9 litre V12 engine, but has been extensively modified to decrease its weight as well as to improve performance.[5][6] The DBR9 won in its debut at the 2005 12 Hours of Sebring, and has gone on to take wins in the American Le Mans Series, Le Mans Series, FIA GT Championship, as well as the 24 Hours of Le Mans.[7]

Along with the DBR9, a DBRS9 variant was also developed. This car runs in the GT3 category, mostly used for small national championships as well as the FIA GT3 European Championship. The DBRS9 also uses the standard V12, but is not as highly tuned as the unit in the DBR9. Bodywork modifications are also more subdued.

It weighs 1 tonne (2,200 lb) and does 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed estimated at 200 mph (320 km/h).

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f "Aston Martin - The Cars - DB9 - Specification (official site)". Retrieved 2008-07-25.
  2. ^ World Car Fans "Updated Aston Martin DB9 Debuts In Geneva". World Car Fans. Retrieved 2009-10-19. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  3. ^ "Aston DB9 Reference". carautoportal.com. Retrieved 2009-06-17.
  4. ^ Two more Astons for Frankfurt show
  5. ^ Aston Returns to Le Mans, advance news article about DBR9 racing (viewed 18 June 2006)
  6. ^ Aston Martin Racing Results (viewed 18 June 2006)
  7. ^ 2007 Aston Martin DBR9 Le Mans Winner
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